Whether you’ve got a large backyard or just a few pots, growing your own flowers is deeply rewarding. We’ve put together a list of our favourite books and podcasts to help you get started, covering everything from soil health to seasonal blooms. These resources have shaped how we grow at Shortacre Farm, and we hope they’ll inspire you too.

Thinking about starting a micro cut flower farm? At Shortacre Farm, we’ve learned a lot from some incredible books, podcasts, and hands-on experience. In this post, we share our favourite resources -including books like The Market Gardener and podcasts like Field and Garden - that have shaped our approach to sustainable, organic flower farming. Whether you’re growing blooms for florists or your own backyard, these tips and tools will inspire and guide you.